Sunday, November 15, 2026

Dubai

Ramadan during COVID-19: Dubai abattoirs offer more apps to buy slaughtered animals

Get slaughtered livestock home-delivered using three apps, says Dubai Municipality Dubai: In support of the “Stay Home” initiative aimed at preventing the spread of coronavirus, Dubai abattoirs have increased the number of smart applications through which customers can purchase livestock...

Bodies of three men finally make it back to India after being returned to UAE

Three men hadn’t died of coronavirus but were initially rejected by Indian authorities Abu Dhabi: The remains of three Indians who died in the UAE and were flown to Delhi on Friday only to be returned to Abu Dhabi due...

Coronavirus: Dubai could reopen to tourists by July

Process could be delayed to September depending on global trends Dubai: Dubai could start to reopen to tourists by July, according to a tourism official. The process is likely to be gradual and could be delayed until September, depending on restrictions...

Dubai school withholds e-learning over non-payment of fees

NIMS had extended grace period, sent reminders and deferred some fees, says principal Dubai: New Indian Model School (NIMS) in Dubai has discontinued distance learning of students whose parents have not paid fees nor reached a deal on payment schemes. Some...

Watch: Modified drones, bikes and cars used to sterilise Dubai during coronavirus

Dubai Municipality joins hands with Emirates Foundation for Volunteering for clean up Dubai: Dubai Municipality and a group of volunteers from the Emirates Foundation for Volunteering have begun sterilising parts of Al Khawaneej using sprays from drones, customised motorbikes and...

Ramadan 2020: You can host iftar with up to 5 family members, relatives in Dubai

People are recommended not to call friends home for iftar. Today is the first day of holy month of Ramadan. Even as citizens and residents #StayHome, they can host an iftar with family and relatives of up to five people,...

Guidelines for mall reopening in Dubai: 24-hour sanitisation, strict hygiene

The guidelines include 24-hour mall sanitisation and entrance health checks to monitor any potential infected cases. Editor's note: Dubai authorities have not yet announced a specific reopening date for malls and other commercial spaces. A set of guidelines has been...

Dubai Metro likely to reopen in a week, public transport guidelines issued Karen Ann Monsy

The document details protocols to be followed across the transport sector, and applies to the reopening of metro, bus and taxi services. Dubai Metro services could reopen as early as next week, according to authorities, who issued a set of...

Dubai’s new shopping rules: No more than 3 hours in malls

According to a list of protocols, malls and souqs will be operational for 10 hours. Editor's note: Dubai authorities have not yet announced a specific reopening date for malls and other commercial spaces. A set of guidelines has been announced...

Emirati astronaut Sultan Al Neyadi shares photo of his village taken from space

The image was clicked by Hazzaa AlMansoori from the ISS. Emirati astronaut Sultan Al Neyadi on Wednesday shared a photo of his village Umm Ghaffa clicked from space. "Everything started from Umm Ghaffa, my village. It was where I first observed...

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Sheikh Theyab Offers Condolences to Families of Fujairah Crash Victims

Sheikh Theyab met the injured and grieving relatives after a deadly crash in Fujairah that claimed 14 lives, including 10 Emiratis and four Indians. He conveyed his condolences and wished a speedy recovery to those harmed.

UAE Turns Waste Into Resources Through Biofuel, Textile and Food Initiatives

The United Arab Emirates is converting waste streams into valuable assets, from biofuel made from used cooking oil to organic fertilizers and textile recycling. New programs aim to cut landfill use and create economic opportunities.

Fujairah Crash Claims 14 Lives, Crown Prince Visits Bereaved Family

A massive crash on Fujairah’s Sheikh Khalifa bin Zayed Road resulted in 14 fatalities and 30 injuries. Crown Prince Sheikh Muhammad personally met the family of Siddique Thuppilikaat Moideen to express his sympathy.

UAE Cabinet Sets New Administrative Penalties for Non‑Muslim Worship Sites

The UAE Cabinet issued Resolution No. 172, introducing administrative penalties for non‑Muslim worship sites that violate the 2023 federal law. The measure details reporting, suspension, training and appeal processes.

US Strikes Iranian Sirik Tower, Iran Hits Bahrain Radar in Retaliation

The United States targeted a communications tower on Iran’s Sirik island with MQ‑1 drones. Iran responded by destroying a US‑installed radar on Bahrain’s island. Both sides claim drone involvement.